SOAR Summer Camp Counselor
Boca Raton, FL
Seasonal
Experienced
Spanish River Christian School is seeking compassionate, energetic, and faith driven Summer Camp Counselors to support our summer camp program for students in grades K-5. Counselors are responsible for creating a safe, nurturing. and Christ-centered environment where children can grow academically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally through engaging summer activities.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a love for working with children, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to modeling Christian values in both words and actions.
This position is seasonal. The hours are 8:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. The summer camp runs for 5 weeks. Candidates do not have to be available to work all 5 weeks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate demonstrates a love for working with children, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to modeling Christian values in both words and actions.
This position is seasonal. The hours are 8:00am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. The summer camp runs for 5 weeks. Candidates do not have to be available to work all 5 weeks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise campers at all times to ensure their safety, well-being, and positive participation
- Lead and assist with daily camp activities, including Bible lessons or devotionals, arts and crafts, sports, games, academic enrichment, music, and outdoor recreation
- Foster a loving, respectful, Christ-centered atmosphere that reflects the school's mission and values
- Encourage teamwork, kindness, respect, and positive behavior among campers
- Serve as a Christian role model by demonstrating patience, integrity, compassion, and servant leadership
- Support camp staff, teachers, and activity leaders with lesson preparation and daily schedules
- Assist with camper check-in, attendance, and dismissal procedures
- Address minor behavioral concerns using grace, wisdom, and age-appropriate guidance
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe activity spaces
- Communicate professionally and warmly with parents, staff, and students
- High school diploma required; college students or degree candidates in education, ministry, child development, recreation, or related field preferred
- Prior experience working with children in schools, churches, camps, vacation Bible school, or childcare settings preferred
- A personal commitment to the Christian faith and willingness to support the mission and values of the school
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred
- Must pass required background screening and school clearance checks
- Strong Christian character and moral integrity
- Passion for mentoring and encouraging children
- Energetic, dependable, and patient
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and families
- Positive attitude and heart for service
- Creative, organized, adaptable
- Ability to actively participate in indoor and outdoor camp activities
- Ability to stand, walk, and supervise children for extended periods
- Comfortable working outdoors during summer conditions
**Spanish River Church, Spanish River Christian School, Spanish River Counseling Center is a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify**
Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
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